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PVC resin (suspension PVC)

Suspension PVC (S-PVC) is a white powder that converters compound with stabilisers, fillers and, for flexible products, plasticisers. Grades are selected mainly by K-value, which reflects the molecular weight.

  • Chemical namePolyvinyl chloride
  • CAS No.9002-86-2
  • TypeSuspension PVC homopolymer
  • K-value (typical range)About 57 – 71

Typical properties

Chemical namePolyvinyl chloride
CAS No.9002-86-2
TypeSuspension PVC homopolymer
K-value (typical range)About 57 – 71
Bulk density (typical)About 0.45 – 0.60 g/cm³
Physical formWhite powder
Packing25 kg bags or big bags; confirmed in each offer

Typical values for this material class from public technical literature. The governing values are those on the manufacturer’s TDS or COA for the exact grade quoted in each offer.

Applications

  • Rigid pipe and fittings (about K65 – K67)
  • Window and door profiles
  • Rigid film and sheet (lower K-values)
  • Flexible film, cable and hose with plasticiser (about K70)
  • Injection fittings and bottles (about K57 – K60)

How the grade is selected

  • K-value for the product and process
  • Bulk density and porosity for dry-blend and plasticiser uptake
  • Residual vinyl chloride and other regulatory limits for your market
  • Thermal stability and colour

Documents with an offer

  • TDSTechnical data sheet for the offered grade, when available
  • SDSSafety data sheet applicable to the supplied product
  • COACertificate of analysis or relevant lot documentation, when supplied

Frequently asked questions

What is the K-value?

The K-value is a measure of PVC molecular weight. Higher K-values give stronger, tougher products but need more heat and work to process. Pipe usually uses about K65 – K67, and flexible products about K70.

Is PVC resin ready to extrude?

No. S-PVC is compounded first with heat stabilisers, lubricants and fillers, and with plasticisers for flexible goods. We supply the resin. Formulation stays with the converter.

Can you supply PVC compounds?

Our main line is PVC resin. Tell us what compound you need, and we will say whether we can source it.

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